Billing Arrangements

Generally, Frazier Law PLLC bills for team member time in 1/10 of an hour increments at the hourly rate specific to each team member based on his/her skill set, experience, and other market factors.  These rates may be increased from time to time, generally as of January 1st of each calendar year.  However, in an effort to increase accessibility and to provide more flexible and/or lower-cost options, Frazier Law may be able to offer alternative fee arrangements such as the following.  The availability of alternative fee arrangements is reviewed on a matter-by-matter basis, and depends on numerous factors, including the practice area, nature of the work to be performed, adversarial nature, complexity of the matter, collectability of the opposing party(ies) and needs of the firm.  Below is an overview of the alternative billing arrangements we may be able to offer:

• Flat Rate

  • ​Most commonly used for business entity formation; foreign entity registration; and drafting of short-form operating agreements, “base” independent contractor and employment agreements, and website terms of service and privacy policies.

  • Well suited for clients with relatively straightforward needs and/or fixed budgets.

• Evergreen Cost Retainer + Contingency Fee

  • ​Often applied in judgment collection matters and certain breach of contract cases.

  • Combines an upfront cost retainer to cover expenses with a contingency fee based on recovery.

• Mixed Fee (Reduced Hourly Rate + Reduced Contingency Fee)

  • Typically available for sales commission disputes, large business litigation claims, and judgment collection matters.

  • Well suited to clients with strong claims who may not wish to pursue them under a traditional hourly structure.

• Outside General Counsel Services

  • Offered for a flat monthly fee covering a set number of hours, with additional hours billed at a discounted rate, typically 10-15% lower than the standard hourly rate.

  • Covers ongoing business representation, consultation, contract drafting, and negotiation.

  • Does not include representation in litigation or arbitration, which generally require separate arrangements.

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NOTE: All billing arrangements are subject to confirmation in a written engagement agreement tailored to the client's specific matter.